See the New Trailer and Poster for ‘Marvel’s Luke Cage’ Season 2

Published May 7, 2018
By Eric Goldman

Luke returns June 22 on Netflix.

“Marvel’s Luke Cage” Season 2 debuts next month and fans can now get ready with the debut of the full trailer for the new season! Check out the trailer above to get a big look at what’s in store for Luke — including the dangerous threat called Bushmaster — when Season 2 becomes available June 22 on Netflix.

In addition, the key art has been revealed for Season 2, as seen below.

In “Marvel’s Luke Cage” Season 2, after clearing his name, Luke Cage (Mike Colter) has become a celebrity on the streets of Harlem with a reputation as bulletproof as his skin. But being so well known has only increased the pressure he feels to protect the community. With the rise of a formidable new foe, Luke is forced to confront the fine line that separates a hero from a villain.

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Annabella Sciorra Joins 'Marvel's Luke Cage' Season 2

The Emmy-nominated 'Sopranos' alum will be part of the new season, debuting June 22 on Netflix.

Marvel Television and Netflix announced today that Annabella Sciorra has joined the second season of “Marvel’s Luke Cage.”

Sciorra will play Rosalie Carbone, a dangerous downtown criminal underworld power player with an eye, and an agenda, toward Harlem. Sciorra joins returning cast members Mike Colter (Luke Cage), Simone Missick (Misty Knight), Alfre Woodard (Mariah Dillard), and Theo Rossi (Hernan ‘Shades’ Alvarez). All 13-episodes of Season 2 of “Marvel’s Luke Cage” will premiere on June 22, 2018, exclusively on Netflix.

Best known for her acclaimed, Emmy-nominated performance as Gloria Trillo in HBO’s “The Sopranos,” Sciorra also starred in Spike Lee’s “Jungle Fever” and Curtis Hanson’s “The Hand That Rocks The Cradle,” among other high profile roles. She received an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Female Lead in Nancy Savoca’s “True Love” and will be seen next in a recurring role in Season 2 of Netflix’s “G.L.OW”

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Annabella Sciorra (photo credit: Isabel Magowan)

Said “Marvel’s Luke Cage” Executive Producer and Showrunner, Cheo Hodari Coker, “I’ve been a huge fan of hers since Spike Lee’s Jungle Fever, and Anabella Sciorra is no joke as Rosalie Carbone. You haven’t seen her this gangster since her thrilling turn as Tony’s formidable flame Gloria Trillo on Season 3 of ‘The Sopranos.’ I’m thrilled her introduction to the Marvel Universe will be on ‘Marvel’s Luke Cage.’”

“We couldn’t be happier to be working with such an incredible talent,” said Jeph Loeb, “Marvel’s Luke Cage” Executive Producer and Marvel’s Head of Television. “This character is complex and layered and Annabella is the perfect actress to portray her.”

In “Marvel’s Luke Cage” Season 2, after clearing his name, Luke Cage (Mike Colter) has become a celebrity on the streets of Harlem with a reputation as bulletproof as his skin. But being so well known has only increased the pressure he feels to protect the community. With the rise of a formidable new foe, Luke is forced to confront the fine line that separates a hero from a villain.

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'Marvel's Luke Cage' Season 2 Debuts June 22 on Netflix

You wanna test him? Step up!

Harlem’s hero is back this summer, with “Marvel’s Luke Cage” set to debut on Netflix on June 22!

Check out the new video above announcing Luke’s return date, as Luke himself has a few things to say about any who might think about going toe-to-toe with him.

There are also four first look photos from the new season you can see in the gallery below, featuring both Luke (Mike Colter) and Misty Knight (Simone Missick), the latter of whom is now sporting her bionic arm!

In “Marvel’s Luke Cage: Season 2,” after clearing his name, Luke Cage has become a celebrity on the streets of Harlem with a reputation as bulletproof as his skin. But being so visible has only increased his need to protect the community and find the limits of who he can and can’t save. With the rise of a formidable new foe, Luke is forced to confront the fine line that separates a hero from a villain.

'Marvel's Luke Cage' Comes to Blu-ray

The complete first season of the Netflix Original Series “Marvel’s Luke Cage” is now available to own on Blu-ray™! The gritty, groundbreaking and profoundly powerful drama blazes with action and suspense while redefining what it means–and what it costs­–to be a true hero.

“Marvel’s Luke Cage: The Complete First Season” collects all 13 episodes, and includes an exclusive never-before-seen bonus feature and collectible packaging designed by Joe Quesada. The all-new bonus feature “Offstage at Harlem’s Paradise” joins stars Mike Colter (Luke Cage), Alfre Woodard (Mariah), Theo Rossi (Shades) and Simone Missick (Misty) in an intimate roundtable discussion about life during the production of Season 1. Take a look at the preview above where they discuss Cornell “Cottonmouth” Stokes!

Framed for a crime he didn’t commit, escaped convict Luke Cage is just trying to live under the radar. Mysteriously blessed–­or cursed­–with superhuman strength and unbreakable skin, he hides his abilities and shuns getting involved. But when ruthless crime boss Cornell “Cottonmouth” Stokes turns his beloved city of Harlem into a bloodbath of chaos and carnage, Luke is forced to come out of the shadows and embrace his ultimate destiny in this riveting fusion of dark drama, hip-hop and classic super hero thrills.

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Iron Fist to Appear in 'Marvel's Luke Cage' Season 2

Published Oct 5, 2017
By Eric Goldman

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Two of the Defenders are back on screen together.

Two of the Defenders will be appearing together again in ‘Marvel’s Luke Cage.’

None other than the Iron Fist himself, Danny Rand (Finn Jones), will be showing up during the second season of ‘Marvel’s Luke Cage’ reuniting Jones with his fellow “Marvel’s The Defenders” star Mike Colter.

The first photo of the two heroes back together has been revealed, which you can check out below.

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'Marvel's Luke Cage' Wins Emmy for Stunt Coordination For a Drama Series, Limited Series or Movie

Published Sep 11, 2017
By Eric Goldman

Stunt coordinator James Lew awarded for his work on the show.

“Marvel’s Luke Cage” picked up an Emmy on Sunday, as the series was awarded in the category of Stunt Coordination For a Drama Series, Limited Series or Movie. Congratulations to James Lew, who won at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards for his work as stunt coordinator on the Netflix series!

“We’re very proud of James and his incredible stunt team on ‘Marvel’s Luke Cage’ Season One. Well-deserved, and looking forward to further adventures with him,” said Jeph Loeb, Executive Producer and Marvel’s Head of Television.

“The Crispus Attucks Raid, set to The Wu-Tang Clan’s ‘Bring Da Ruckus,’ is one of the most electrifying moments in television history,” said series Executive Producer and showrunner, Cheo Hodari Coker. “The sheer logistics and the smack-fu of it all could not have been pulled off without someone of James Lew’s considerable experience and frankly genius. Our backs were against the wall and he came up with something that people still talk about and will always talk about,” he continued. “I’m so happy and thrilled the world is recognizing what I already know.”

“The thrill and honor of this prestigious Emmy Award is shared with my Luke Cage stunt family, crew and cast,” said Lew. “It really is about ‘coordinating’ the entire production to create meaningful and exciting action that moves the story of Luke Cage forward. The honor of being a part of this breakthrough hit series is personal to me because of my upbringing with people of color – and, being able to hire so many stunt performers that are people of color is a career highlight for me,” he added.

The Creative Arts Emmys were presented this past weekend in Los Angeles and will air September 16th on FXX Network.

Want to see Lew’s Emmy-winning work on “Marvel’s Luke Cage” again? You can watch (or re-watch!) the entire first season on Netflix!

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See Misty Knight's Bionic Arm in 'Marvel's Luke Cage' Season 2 First Look

Published Aug 29, 2017
By Christine Dinh

Series returns to Netflix in 2018!

Misty Knight just got an upgrade – a bionic one at that. Following the events of “Marvel’s The Defenders” where she loses an arm to the Hand’s Bakuto, it’s nice to see Misty fully recovered and ready for more action in the second season of “Marvel’s Luke Cage.” Take a look at Misty Knight (played by Simone Missick), her extraordinary bionic arm, and her formidable ally Luke Cage (played by Mike Colter) in their full glory below!

After a sabotaged experiment leaves him with super strength and unbreakable skin, Luke Cage (Mike Colter) becomes a man trying to rebuild his life in modern day Harlem, New York City.

The Netflix Original Series “Marvel’s Luke Cage” returns for a second season in 2018. Follow @LukeCage on Twitter and like “Marvel’s Luke Cage” on Facebook for all the latest news and updates!

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Lucy Liu Set to Direct Season 2 Premiere of 'Marvel's Luke Cage'

Published Jul 11, 2017
By Marc Strom

Series returns to Netflix in 2018!

Marvel Television and Netflix announced that multiple award-winning actress and director, Lucy Liu (“Elementary,” Graceland”) is directing the premiere episode of the second season of the Netflix original series “Marvel’s Luke Cage,” set to premiere in 2018. All 13-episodes of the first season of “Marvel’s Luke Cage” are now streaming on Netflix.

In addition to a slew of television and film credits, Liu made her directorial debut in 2011’s short film, Meena and also directed four episodes of the CBS series, “Elementary.”

“Lucy and I have been tight since our ‘SouthLAnd’ days and she’s a welcome addition to our Luke Cage family. She brings the same buoyant intensity, deft humor, and singular focus to her directing that she has always brought to her acting….not to mention the fact that the former ‘O’Ren Ishii’ certainly knows her way around an action sequence,” said series executive producer and showrunner, Cheo Hodari Coker. “Her enthusiasm is infectious.”

“What a thrill to collaborate with Marvel and Netflix, two industry titans, who paint our world with inspiring stories and beguiling characters,” remarked Lucy Liu. “It is such an honor to work with such a passionate and fearless team.”

“When you’re dealing with a bulletproof man, it helps if you have a bulletproof Director,” said executive producer Jeph Loeb. “Lucy brings a keen eye, a superb sense of story, and an obvious love of actors. She is rocking Luke Cage 2.”

After a sabotaged experiment leaves him with super strength and unbreakable skin, Luke Cage (Mike Colter) becomes a man trying to rebuild his life in modern day Harlem, New York City.

Marvel Television and Netflix announced that Mustafa Shakir (“The Deuce,” “The Night Of”) and Gabrielle Dennis (“Insecure,” “Rosewood”) have joined the cast in the sophomore season of “Marvel’s Luke Cage,” set to premiere in 2018. All 13-episodes of the first season of “Marvel’s Luke Cage” are now streaming on Netflix.

Shakir has been cast as ‘John McIver,’ a natural leader, brimming with charisma, whose mission is focused on Harlem and vengeance.

Dennis will play the role of ‘Tilda Johnson’ who is a brilliant, holistic doctor with a complicated history in Harlem where, as much as she tries to stay far from trouble, it seems to always find her.

“Mustafa’s incredible presence and power ignited us from our first meeting, and Gabrielle brings the charm and smarts to a very complicated role,” remarked executive producer, Jeph Loeb. “Both will be wonderful additions to our already magnificent cast.”

“I can’t wait for audiences to see the compelling paces we put both Mustafa and Gabrielle through,” said “Marvel’s Luke Cage” executive producer and showrunner, Cheo Hodari Coker. “From the moment you see each of them on screen, I feel they will be powerful additions to the world of Marvel and Harlem’s Luke Cage.”